Man United have confirmed the signing of 20-year old defender Chris Smalling. He will stay at Fulham for the rest of the season and join Man United in the summer.

A club spokesperson told ManUtd.com: "Manchester United has agreed terms for the transfer of Chris Smalling from Fulham.

"Chris has agreed personal terms with the club and will join for the beginning of the 2010/2011 campaign. He will remain at Fulham until the end of the current season."

*UPDATE* Sky Sports News are saying that Arsenal have had a bid accepted by Fulham for Chris Smalling and that it isn't a done deal.

**UPDATE** A statement on the Fulham website reads:

Fulham can confirm that it has reached an agreement with Manchester United for the transfer of Central Defender Chris Smalling.

Should a successful medical be completed and final terms agreed the player will join Sir Alex Ferguson’s team at the start of the 2010/2011 season, staying at Fulham for the remainder of the current season.